Directors

Alison Knowles ~ Director of Bands

Alison is in her tenth year with the Southview Bands. Her responsibilities at Southview include Marching Band, Pep Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and honors credit students. Outside of Southview, she team teaches with Mrs. Wilson at Timberstone Junior High School, recruits for SV Bands throughout the district, and performs locally. She has a Bachelor of Music Education from The Ohio State University and Masters in Music Education from Bowling Green State University. Additional education includes Ashland University and Capital University. She is a proud active alumni of the worlds largest all brass and percussion marching band and takes time out of her busy schedule to attend their annual reunion. Donning the scarlet and gray, for one more time out on the field. Outside of band, Mrs. Knowles enjoys gardening, cooking, camping, and spending time with her husband, Jeff and German-shorthaired pointer, Gabi.

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Amber Wilson ~ Asst. Director of Bands

Mrs. Wilson is in her fourth year with Southview Band. Her responsibilities at Southview include Marching Band, Pep Band, Concert Band, and Solo & Ensemble Coach. Outside of Southview, she team teaches with Mrs. Knowles at Timberstone Junior High School and Ms. Hage at Arbor Hills Junior High School. She previously taught instrumental music at Anthony Wayne and Marion schools. Mrs. Wilson is a proud alumni of Bowling Green State University and The Ohio State University where she completed her Master's of Arts in Music Education. Mrs. Wilson enjoys cooking and trying new food, running, and performing. She especially loves spending time with her husband Dan, but rarely gets to on Friday nights since he is also a band director.